Dining & Attractions
San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum is located in the civic and cultural center of Escondido located close to historic Grand Ave with several shops and restaurants in close walking distance from the Museum.
Escondido Dining
Enjoy this selective guide to Escondido restaurants, compiled by the staff of Escondido.com. Escondido has a large selection of American and Mexican restaurants, and international cuisines, from Chinese to Italian.
150 Grand Cafe
150 W. Grand Ave., Escondido CA; Tel. 760.738.6868
One of Escondido’s top restaurants, this sophisticated and casual Escondido dining spot has attracted attention in the culinary press. Eclectic menu emphasizes California-Mediterranean dishes with a dash of Asian-fusion.
Acapulco Mexican Restaurant
1541 E. Valley Parkway, Escondido CA; Tel. 760.741.9922
This Pasadena-based Mexican restaurant chain describes its establishments as “casual” and “festive” Signature items include fajitas, halibut fish tacos, smoothies and Cuervo margaritas. Inexpensive. Full bar.
Bellamy’s Dining
417 West Grand Avenue Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. (760) 747-5000
Bistro 221
221 E. Grand Ave., Escondido CA; Tel. 760.737.7398
Chef Kent Daigle’s Bistro 221 is an intimate 60-seat white tablecloth bistro with a sidewalk patio in downtown Escondido’s arts district. Surrounded by art galleries and antique shops, Bistro 221 serves continental and California cuisine with Southern flair. Near California Center for the Arts and Patio Playhouse. Live Jazz on Friday and Saturday nights. Closed Sunday and Monday.
Brigantine Escondido
421 W. Felicita Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025; Tel.+1 760.743.4718
Located near the California Center for the Arts, this nearly four decade old restaurant serves steaks and seafood and is known for its swordfish. Outdoor patio, water features, a rock room and fireplace. Open for dinner 7 nights a week, and for lunch Mon-Sat.
La Tapatia
340 West Grand Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.747.8282
An Escondido landmark serving traditional Mexican cuisine, La Tapatia was family owned from 1937 until a 2004 sale to local investors. House specialties include sirloin or pork chile con carne and Enchiladas Rancheras (corn tortillas with cheese, sauce and sour cream served with rice and beans).
Sandcrab Cafe
222 Micro Place (at Opper, off Barham), Escondido CA; Tel. +1 760.480.2722
This East coast-style crab house serves up crabs by the bucket, with corn, potatoes and spicy Louisiana sausage. In business since 1988, Sandcrab Cafe entrees include lobster, prime rib, crab cakes and New Zealand green lip mussels. Kids menu and healthy options. Beer and wine. Open 7 days. Discover, Mastercard and Visa accepted.
Vincent’s
113 W Grand Ave., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. 760.745.3835
With a Wine Spectator 2007 Award of Excellence under its sommelier cup, Vincent’s (aka Sirino’s) serves traditional dishes like Cobb salad, steaks, duck confit and a pasta and fish du jour. Contemporary choices include the blackened ahi with fresh tropical salsa and wasabi aïoli. Among the signature dishes are the Niçoise stack salad and oversized Kobe burgers. Lunch served Tue-Fri: 11:30am – 2pm; Dinner Tue-Sun: 5pm – 9:30pm. Closed Mondays.
Other Escondido restaurants:
A Delight of France
126 W. Grand Ave., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.746.2644
A Taste of Florence
340 E. Grand Ave., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.745.0691
Asia Vous Restaurant
417 W. Grand Ave., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.752.3315
Bistro Le Bouchon
511 W. Valley Pkwy., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.489.8585
Blue Mug Coffee & Tea
122 Kalmia St., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.796.7540
Carrows Restaurant
510 W. Valley Pkwy., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.738.5983
Champions Family Restaurant
117 W. Grand Ave., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.747.0288
Charlie’s Restaurant
210 N. Ivy St., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.738.1545
Chaser’s Deli
418 E. Grand Ave., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.741.7700
Chins Szechwan
445 N. Escondido Blvd., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.480.4115
Continental Delicatessen
120 S. Kalmia St., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.745.8007
Dominic’s Italian Dining
391 N. Escondido Blvd., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.480.6313
Downtown Deli
138 W. Grand Ave., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.743.6498
El Comal Antojitos Mexicano & Cantina
352 W. Valley Pkwy., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.745.1400
El Nopal Restaurant
126 S. Kalmia St., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.741.8723
El Zurdo
250 W. Woodward Ave., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.737.5012
Fatburgers
314 W. Valley Pkwy., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.489.9999
Filippis Pizza Grotto
114 W. Grand Ave., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.747.2650
George Burgers
350 N. Broadway, Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.747.5951
Hichizuki Japanese Restaurant
324 W. Valley Pkwy., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.745.3120
Jalapeno Grill & Cantina
503 W. Grand Ave., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.735.5819
Joe’s Italian Dinners
403 W. Grand Ave., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.489.6835
Kansha Restaurant
212 E. Grand Ave., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.738.0922
La Perla Restaurant
251 W. Washington Ave., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.738.0696
Lollicup
119 E. Grand Ave., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.466.2184
Mariachi’s Mexican Food
501 N. Escondido Blvd., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.740.8581
Marisos La Botana
167 W. Washington Ave., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.735.9206
Metaphor Coffee House
258 E. Second Ave., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.489.8890
Mexico Lindo Restaurant
169 S. Juniper St., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.745.0510
Mi Guadalajara
525 W. 2nd Ave., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.746.4371
Orange Street Deli & Café
155 S. Orange St., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.747.8207
Paradiso
340 W. Valley Pkwy., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.480.7279
Pocket Pie Palace
700 W. Valley Pkwy., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.735.9028
R. O’ Sullivan’s Irish Pub & Steakhouse
118 E. Grand Ave., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.737.0954
Red Brick Pizza
336 W. Valley Pkwy., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.737.8182
Remy’s On Grand
113 E. Grand Ave., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.747.2395
Signature Bagel & Deli
332 W. Valley Pkwy., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.839.2226
Sizzler Restaurant
355 N. Escondido Blvd., Escondido, CA 92025; Tel. +1 760.741.2568
Sushi Yama
500 N. Escondido Blvd., Escondido, CA 92025




